The recipient of the certificate is FRANCIS J WILLIAMS Reg No 7326 8th Battalion, from Stawell Victoria. Refer 69.2 for his service details.Honourable Discharge Certificate, FRANCIS J WILLIAMS AIF. Brown wooden frame, glass front & coloured certificate. Recipient's name written in red & black ink. Certificate features the Royal coat of arms mounted on 2 columns, all in red. Illustrated in black ink is Brittania holding a Union Jack & facing 2 soldiers who are presenting arms. At the bottom is a scroll with the recipient's name.Within the red scroll's border: FRANCIS J WILLIAMS Australian Imperial Force Served with honour and war disabled in the Great War Honourably discharged on 11.7.1920 George R Idocuments - military, certificates, aif

Colin Strachan VX5295 enlisted on 25.10.39 in Bendigo. He was discharged from the AIF on 29.9.44. His unit at discharge was 2/5th Battalion. Coloured certificate "All Honour to the Brave". Presented to Pte C Strachan in appreciation of services rendered in WWII, from the citizens of California Gully. Centre has details, flags at top, scroll at bottom with rising sun. Frame is black wood with gold edging.documents-certificates, civic mementoes-presentations, california gully, strachan

This uniform was worn by Bernie Farley, present secretary of Warrnambool RSL (2019), during service with the 8th/7th Battalion, Royal Victorian Regiment.Short sleeve Khaki shirt, two button down breast pockets, two plain khaki epaulettes on either shoulder fastened with a khaki coloured plastic button. Seven button fasteners down the centre front. Patch on left shoulder with rising sun, crown and cross.Printed on tag at interior near collar, "ADA/ [arrow motif]/2910002/OCT 2000/NSN: 8405 66 133 5956/ SIZE: 41/NAME/Service No/65% POLYESTER/35% COTTON/MADE IN AUSTRALIA" Patch on left shoulder reads "THE AUSTRALIAN ARMY".army uniform, military uniform, warrnambool ex service, australian defence apparel

Leather dispatch pouch issued to soldier serving with the 48th Battalion to deliver urgent orders and messages usually between headquarters and military units.Despatch riders were used by armed forces to deliver urgent orders and messages between headquarters and military units. They had a vital role at a time when telecommunications were limited and insecure.Brown leather pouch with 48 BN written in white on front flap. Two metal buckles with leather straps on rearOn front flap: 48 BN written in white paint. Under flap: C.H.F. ^^ES C.M.F S.A 10/12 has been engraved into the leatherleather pouch, pouch, leather, map case

Replica set of war time service medals issued to Allan. E. Howe VX61675 for service with 2/21 Infantry Battalion A.I.FReplica set court mounted WWII war medals. Australian Service Medal; 1939-45 War medal; Pacific Star and 1939-45 star ww2, world war 2, court mounted medals, medal ribbon

Original medals of 395 Pte Alfred Francis Hoffman 7th Battalion who enlisted 7 August 1914 - Repatriated To Australia (RTA)Set of three WWI medals 1914 - 15 Star; British War Medal 1914 - 1920; Victory MedalOn rim of British War medal 395. Pte. A.F. HOFFMAN. 7/B.N. A.I.F.; ON RIM OF Victory Medal; 395. Pte. A.F.HOFFMAN 7 - BN. A.I.F.medals, wwi medals set of three

.1) All names are known and were in B Coy 38th Bn, photo taken in England 1916. Rear left to right; Gordon Campbell MM (2.10.1917) No 529 age 30. Thomas Bowles No 511 age 22, Harold James Archibald No 504 age 23, Ernest Chapman Winfield Chapman No 503 age 20 KIA 5.12.1916, Arthur Thomas Hall No 744 age 32, Arthur Nelson No 626 age 25. Front left to right; William.E.C.Amos No 731 age 23, William Peter Mowat No 748 age 20, Thomas Hogan No 1647 age 23, James Forbes No 741 age 23 KIA 28.5.1917, Percy McIvor MM (26/27.2.17) No 749 age 21. Archibald Brothers refer Cat No 5048.3P. .2) Back Row: A. Nelson 626, Arthur Hall 744, ECW Archibald 503, HJ Archibald 504, J. Bowles 511, G. Campbell 526/529. Front Row: Percy McIvor 749, James Forbes 741, T. Hagan 1647, Will Mowat 748, WEC "Ted" Amos 731. 38th Battalion, B Coy - taken Lark Hill, England 17th Sept. 1916. .3) This is possibly a 38th Bn group, names unknown at this point.Photos B& W and Sepia, rectangular shape, .1).2) 11 soldiers bush in the background, .3) 17 soldiers with a hut in background, all in uniform.Photo 2 - Back Row: A. Nelson 626, Arthur Hall 744, ECW Archibald 503, HJ Archibald 504, J. Bowles 511, G. Campbell 526/529. Front Row: Percy McIvor 749, James Forbes 741, T. Hagan 1647, Will Mowat 748, WEC "Ted" Amos 731. 38th Battalion, B Coy - taken Lark Hill, England 17th Sept. 1916.photographs, 38th bn, b coy

Robert Osborne Temple No VX134542 enlisted in the 2nd AIF on 10.12.1942 aged 21 years. At discharge on 25.3.1946 he held the rank of Sgt in the 16th Australian Infantry Battalion. As above his enlistment date from the nominal roll is 10.12.1942 and the date on the licence is 16.9.1942. He was most likely in a CMF unit at that time and transferred to 16 Battalion which was given AIF status. Not to be confused with 2nd /16th Batt AIF. Driver's license, No 237375, cardboard with vinyl coating, dark brown colour, folds in three. Issued by Australian Army to R.O Temple.“VX134542 Sgt R.O Temple”documents-licenses, military history-army, drivers

This 1917 dated 18pr shell case has a plaque in memory of Ernest 'Cappy' Sinclair. WW1 18pr guns were all that was available in the early days of WW2 and were used until the arrival of modern 25pr guns. Ernest served in the 2/2 Pioneer Battalion which was raised in Puckapunyal in Victoria in May 1940. After completing training, the battalion sailed for the Middle East aboard the Queen Mary in April 1941. Brass shell casing with in-memorium plaque attached.Plaque affixed to item: "PRESENTED TO / MONTMORENCEY RSL SUB BRANCH / In Memory Of Our Father / EARN "CAPPY" SINCLAIR / VX74235 - 2/2 PIONEER BN / THE SINCLAIR FAMILY" Engravings from original shell on bottom (see image)shell, 2/2 pioneer battalion, ernest sinclair, ww2, second world war, vx74235

From the album of WWI soldier William West (1268) of the 29 Infantry Battalion, 5th Pioneers Battalion. This collection of postcards, photographs and clippings were sent between William and his family and loved ones during the years he was on active service. Old Cataract Aswan Hotel is in the Nubian Desert on the banks of the Nile, opposite Elephantine Island.The majestic hotel sits on a pink granite cliff overlooking the world's longest river. Postcard depicting image of large rectangular building and palm treeAssouan Cataracte Hotelalbum, photo album, newspaper clippings, postcard, wwi, assouan, hotel

The Ballarat Junior Technical School Cadet team were the champions at the South Street Competitions 1918-1919. The Ballarat Junior Technical School Cadets were established in 1917 by Lieutenant Harold G Wakeling. According to Neil Leckie, Manager of the Ballarat Ranger Military Museum: * Originally 12 – 14 year olds went to Junior Cadets attached to their school. * From age 14 – 17 they were Senior Cadets attached to the local militia unit. * After 1 July of the year a Cadet turned 18, the Cadet left the Senior Cadets and became a member of the Citizen Military Force. * In October 1918 the AIF, Militia and Cadets were renamed to give some connection to the AIF battalion raised in the area. Ballarat saw: 8th Australian Infantry Regiment comprising: * 8th Battalion AIF renamed 1st Battalion 8th Australian Infantry Regiment * 70th Infantry Militia renamed 2nd Battalion 8th Australian Infantry Regiment * 70th Infantry Cadets renamed 3rd B, 8th Australian Infantry. 39th Australian Infantry Regiment comprising: * 39th Battalion AIF renamed 1st Battalion 39th Australian Regiment * 71st Infantry Militia renamed 2nd Bn, 39th Australian Infantry Regiment * 71st Infantry Cadets renamed 3rd Bn, 39th Australian Infantry Regiment Prior to the reorganisation in 1918 the 18th Brigade was the 70th, 71st and 73rd Infantry. It is thought that the 18th Brigade Cadet units in 1920 were those that came from the old: * 69th Infantry (Geelong/Queenscliff) * 70th Infantry (Ballarat/Colac) * 71st Infantry (Ballarat West) * 72nd Infantry Warrnambool) * 73rd Infantry (NW Vic) The next name change came in 1921!Twenty-three uniformed males pose with a shield and a crest - photo from "The S.M.B. Students' Magazine, 1919ballarat, ballarat junior technical school, cadets, champions, south street, south street competition, harold wakeling, lieutenant

Photos relate to James Worland MILLS No 3441 59th Battalion. James is the soldier in both photos. Refer Cat No 169P for his service details. .1) Photo post card, sepia, showing a group pf men & 1 soldier at a farm around a drive belt. .2) Photo, post card, black / white, showing a group of men, women, a child & a soldier in a vegetable garden with a house in the background. ..1) On rear in ink: “L B Mills Mincha” .2) On the front in red ink: “Findlay 1916”photographs, 59th

Reginald Emerson Sims (Sgt) served in the 37th Australian Infantry Battalion. Killed in Action France 10/08/1918. Born in Greensborough/Montmorency.Digital copy of black and white photograph.reginald emerson sims

View image 6 (above) for background information relating to the contents of the letter. Archibald's brother, Adolphus, served with the 29th Battalion and returned to Australia in 1919. Two-sheet letter of Archibald Ainslie to his mother dated 6th August 1914 (Edinburgh)ww1, letters, archibald ainslie, adolphus ainslie, 29 battalion, king's own scottish borderers

Souvenir program of event on 26 September 1919 by the 14th Battalion and 4th Brigade Association for a 'reunion of comrades in memory of the days of strenuous and victorious effort' Black and white photocopy of unfolded program cover and a selection of the internal pagesAutographs on final page14th battalion aif, 4th brigade

Captain Godfrey was awarded a Military Cross for Gallantry whilst serving with the 24th Battalion in 1917. He was killed later that year. He was aged 26.00323.1 Brooch containing Military Cross ribbon H 40mm X W 50 mm 00323.2 Brooch containing Military Cross ribbon H 35mm X W 43mm 00323.3 Brooch containing Military Cross ribbon H 12mm X W 20 mm 00323.1 front of brooch in memory of, back of brooch engraved with dear Mill from Gwen, in memory of captain Tom Godfrey, killed 4/10/1917

Record of Service Book belonging to Brigadier Lowen (MAJ Lowen at the time). Brig Lowden served in 2/5 Australian Infantry Battalion in WW2The record contains the member's services history in WWIISoldier's Record of Service Book for MAJ I.H.Lowen, there are 20 pages in this book, all the entry in the book are written by handAustralian Military Forces Solder's Record of Service Book, MAJ I.H.Lowen5/6 rvr, bhq, brig lowen, 2/5th bn, solder's record of service book, maj lowen

This is part of a collection belonging to Sgt, William E. CarrollThis is a copy of a letter written by 815 Cpl William Carroll to his Aunt while he was hospitalised in Cairo. It is written on YMCA letterhead.Top Left hand Corner: Patron/ YMCA National Council/ H.M. The King/ Patron /Military Camp Dept./ H.R.H. Duke of Connaught. Centre top: For God, For King & For Country/ YMCA Logo/ with the/ Mediterranean Expeditionary Force. (written through the logo)/ Right hand top corner: Committee/ for Egypt/and/the Near East./ Chairman/ H.E. Sir Henry McMahon Lower down page: Reply to No. 815 Coy D Bat 21st/ Dec 31st '16/ Stationed at/ Dear Aunt,/ I am at present a patient in the (??)/ General Hospital, Egypt, back again at Cairo. I/have a slight abcess on my lip and my neck was a/ bit swollen, but both are almost right now./ It's quite a relief to be away from the shot &/ shell, for a spell & to enjoy comfort and sunshine/ again after four months hardships in the trenches./ During the latter part of my stay at ANZAC, it/ was intensely cold, snow & ice galore & freezing/ cold winds. It's five days since I left the pen/insular; we were taken off in a small steamer/ to Lemnos & put aboard a fine hospital ship./ We arrived at Alexandria yesterday morning/ & came on here last night. My lip has been/ lanced & the swelling is disappearing fast./ I had many miraculuous escapes in the trench./ Once whilst observing over the sandbags a barage/ ventilated my hat. On another occasion when/ I was stiring the porridge a piece of shrapnel/ knocked over our breakfast into the fire. So I have/ a lot to be thankful for to be sure./Many of my comrades have gone and are buried in the/ churchyard in Shrapnell gully & more are away sick/ and wounded. I intended to cable to you for some money but I think I'll be able to make do/ of it, & we have all our wants attended to here./ Do you remembr Willy O'Leary of Mansfield?- He/ was killed near us in an attack some time ago./ Young Sgt. Roberts, my chum of Dookie & Broadmeadows/ was also sniped a few days before I left./ The war doesn't appear to be going too well, but/ I am sure time will tell, & we will eventually/ give the Germans a good belting. Just address/ my letters as usual, as I don't think I'll be here/ for long & if I am my mates will send them/ on. I gave them permission to keep any parcel/ you might forward on whilst I am away. It was/ awfully good of you to send the other thing along./ Hoping all are quite well./ I am/ Your Affectionate Nephew/ William E. Carroll. Cpl/ww1, battalion, aif, 815, sgt, carroll, e, 21st, 6th, brigade, 1st, dcm, wiiliam

These books are part of the Lawless Collection. The Lawless family lived in Orbost from 1907 - c 1920. John Francis Lawless had a saddlery shop. He died at an early age - 47 years - June 7 1912, leaving his wife, Elizabeth and seven children. The eldest son, Victor Rowland lawless volunteered for serv ice in WW1 but did not leave Australia because of illness. The second son, Edward Vincent Lawless (b 1895 d 1917) worked for McCoy & Co. in Orbost, coachbuilding, undertakers, general blacksmiths and farriers, prior to enlisting in WW!. He was trained as a signaller and was sent to France where he was killed in action on 9.10.1917. Elizabeth Lawless worked as a ladies' nurse (midwife) in Orbost prior to leaving the district in 1920. She lived to 6.6.1975 aged 104 years.These personal documents, photographs, medals and books give an insight into the human element of World War 1 ensuring that those who were part of the Orbost community and died while playing a vital role during this time are remembered.Three books used by Edward Vincent Lawless during his service in WW1. 1846.5 has a black cover and contains hand-written notes and diagrams in an exercise book. 1846.6 has a purple cover and contains hand-written notes on bombing. 1846.7 is a small book with a black cover and a ribbon for tying closed. It contains signalling notes1846.5 Edward Lawless 1846.6 E.V. Lawless 1846.7 Ted Lawless A Group Signalling 6th Battalion 22/6 Lark Hill School No 5 Camp No 5 Camp B Coylawless-family ww1 books signalling

Thomas Stanley Wright "MM". Refer 780 for his service details plus his brothers Charles and George KIA, also 781.2P.Thomas Stanley Wright "MM" no. 5242. 6th Batt AIF. Timber frame. mid brown colour. Black and white photograph of a soldier in uniform with cream colour cardboard surround. Full length portrait.Printed in black ink on the back "Pte THOMAS STANELY WRIGHT, MM/6th Battalion, AIF, Regt 5242/enlisted Bendigo 21 years, 7 months old / 8th of February 1916"photographs, framed, wright, mm

Presented to the CO and Ranks of 1RVR at the Grant of the Freedom of the City of Essendon 10 May 19705/6RVR is descended from 1RVRSilver serving tray with grape vine decorative borders and handles. The serving surface is engraved."Presented by His Worship the Mayor CR.N.M. CLARKE To The Commanding Officer and All Ranks of the First Battalion the Royal Victoria Regiment on the occasion of The Grant of the Freedom of the City of Essendon to the Regiment on the 10th May 1970"1rvr, essendon, wark vc club

The cards where distributed army personal to send home from the war. J.I. McIntyre was a member of the Lara RSL along with brothers Jim and Thonas Blue Card with white boundary, with card insert and red ribbon tying them together On the front page 58th Battalion Badge. Inside 1916-1917 inside a wreath of wheat .Going down on either side in a scroll like pattern is the names of battles on the left is Somme, Fromelles Sinai and on the right is Lagnicourt, Bullecourt, Polygon Wood. In the middle is written in script With Kindness Remembrances & all Good A.I.FWishes for Christmas & New Year From J.L McIntyre. Down the bottom is 58th Battalion A.I.F Xmas 1917 New Year 1918 christmas card, world war one, army, a.i.f, mcintyre

"Group portrait of the surviving members of D Company/ 7th Battalion after the Battle of Krithia, Ottoman Empire:/ Turkey, Marmara, Chanak, Gallipoli Peninsula/1915"Photograph - black and white photograph on paper, group portrait of 27 soldiers. Board mounted photograph on timber with satin finish.photograph, mounted, 7th battalion, ww1

Postcard for Christmas of 1941 from Private Norman Huxley to pen pal Thelma Benson. Huxley was Service No. NX18101 from 2/1 Guard Battalion.Two page postcard - faded yellow colour paper. In black and white with page 1 "REMEMBER TOBRUCH". Page 2, A sketch of a Church & Page 3, A message from Norman.Page 1 - 'REMEMBER TOBRUCH" inscription. Page 2 - Sketch of a church marked "THE LANDMARK', Page 3 - "From Norman Huxley to Thelma. Kindest Regards. "Sketched by Pay son of Mr Company as souvenir of Tobruk. tobruk, postcards, 2/1 guards, ww2

Both brothers were KIA on the same day but in different battalions. Refer Reg No. 52.6 for their service details. A third brother KIA also Reg No 51..1) Sympathy card, off white cardboard with purple script, purple insert coloured photo of R G SMITH, script on both sides. .2) As above for H E SMITH.sympathy cards, ww2

Alfred Herbert BEGBIE No 1791 enlisted in the 2nd reinforcements 38th Battalion on 13.7.1916 age 30 years. He was KIA on 31.8.1918 at St Quentin France.Commemorative Plaque, round, bronze showing Brittanica, a lion and seals with space for an individual name. The plaque is encased in a circular wooden frame, brown colour, the rear has a chain attached for hanging.“He died for Freedom and Honour - ALFRED HERBERT BEGBIE”memorabilia, plaque, memorial

Photo relates to James Worland MILLS as a cadet. He would become No 3441 59th Battalion AIF. Refer Cat No 169P for his service details.Post card photo, black / white, showing a young cadet soldier standing in uniform with a background facade.On rear LHS in black pen: “To My Dear Bell”photograph, cadet, 59th

397 Harry U Naylor served with 12 Battalion AIF during WW1. These medals and the ANZAC Medallion were awarded to Pte Naylor for his service.These Medals are the originals that were awarded to 397 Pte H U Naylor.Two Medals with ribbons - the British War Medal 1914-1918 and the Victory Medal 1914-1919. The ANZAC MedallionOn the two Medals - 397 Pte H U Naylor 12 BN AIF. On the ANZAC Medallion - H W? Naylorww1 12 battalion aif 397 pte h u naylor, 397 h naylor, 12 battalion, aif, ww1, decorations, anzac medallion

The sender of one (or more) of the cards was John William Hunter (4713 - 24th Battalion, 12th Reinforcement). Hunter died of wounds on 8th May 1917 at Bullecourt.Album collection of embroidered and non-embroidered WW1 postcards from various sources to an unknown recipient.john william hunter, ww1, 24th battalion